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Dad Network "Unlock Your Potential as a Father: Enhance Your Parenting Skills with Fatherhood's Expert Guidance" Motivational Speaker

02/18/2026

At its core, ministry is about connection. When people serve one another, they break down social barriers and combat the growing epidemic of loneliness. It creates a “safety net” where individuals feel seen, valued, and supported during their most difficult moments.

02/08/2026

For men, emotions get complex. Raised to suppress feelings, they face a conflict: the emotional brain vs. the thinking brain. Normalizing open expression—telling sons it's okay to cry—is where it starts.

01/31/2026

When you’re doing what you’re supposed to do as a father another man can’t take your place!

01/22/2026

“Character is who/what you are when no one is looking.”
Being a man of good character matters because it is the “mark” you leave on the world. It’s the difference between being someone who is simply successful and someone who is truly a leader in their home, workplace, and community.

01/19/2026

They say “tough love” is the only way to teach our children real lessons. Many of us grew up experiencing it firsthand, and some still live by the old proverb, “Spare the rod and spoil the child.”
But what do you say? 🗣️
In my 30 years in the mental health field, I’ve learned that the strongest parents aren't the ones who rule with fear—they’re the ones who balance a firm hand with an open heart. ❤️‍🔥
If you believe in tough love, you don’t have to abandon those values. You just have to adapt them for today’s version of parenting and fatherhood.
Here is what I shared with the guys in our group this week:
1️⃣ Hold the line, but explain why. 🚧 Be firm with boundaries while helping your child understand the reason behind them. This builds their internal compass.
2️⃣ Natural consequences over harsh punishment. 📉 Whenever possible, let the situation do the teaching. If they don't study, they deal with the grade. That’s the "tough" part.
3️⃣ Connection before correction. 🤝 Children are much more likely to accept tough boundaries when they feel loved, seen, and understood first.
BTW: Science backs this up. Studies show significant mental health risks for children raised in high-control, low-warmth environments. Balance is the key to resilience! (Link in bio for the study 🔗)
📊 POLL TIME: Which TV parent best describes your parenting style? 📺
A) The "Because I Said So" Parent (Uncle Phil - Fresh Prince)
😎 The "I’m A Cool Dad" Parent (Phil Dunphy - Modern Family)
C) The "Every Minute Is A Lesson" Parent (Danny Tanner - Full House)
D) The "Trying My Best Not To Be Red Forman" Parent (That '70s Show)
Drop your letter in the comments! 👇

01/14/2026

Thoughts on being a man and finding your purpose.

09/30/2025

“Showing up” for someone goes beyond just physical presence — it’s about emotional, mental, and relational commitment.

✨ Blessed and honored ✨A huge thank you to Campbell’s Chapel AME Church for inviting me to speak on Men’s Day. 🙏🏽It was ...
09/29/2025

✨ Blessed and honored ✨
A huge thank you to Campbell’s Chapel AME Church for inviting me to speak on Men’s Day. 🙏🏽

It was a privilege to stand among such strong men of faith and fellowship. Grateful for the warm welcome, the powerful worship, and the opportunity to share a word with the congregation.

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Creating healthy fatherhood connections.

As a trained facilitator for NFI fatherhood programs, the country’s leading provider of fatherhood programs. Darnell W. Parker Sr. has facilitated various classes in multiple settings. Nationally recognized for his work. Mr. Parker tells his participants, “You are superheroes in your child’s life, whether you know it or not.” Each NFI program is evidenced based and works toward the prevention of father absences in the child’s life. Fathers must learn to value the moral beliefs of caring for oneself, others, and the environment. The hope is to one day these fathers will begin to teach and model the morals and education they learn while attending a NFI fatherhood program.